Justice and Correctional Services - Prevention Program Officer

EEPF; Quebec; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Cree Nation Government in Chisasibi is hiring a Prevention Program Officer to deliver program-based prevention initiatives in community elementary schools. The role collaborates with schools, families and local partners to adapt offerings to Cree community needs and improve existing programs.

You will organize activities, prepare materials, and present sessions in classrooms, identifying higher risk children and engaging parents and teachers while coordinating with youth camps to extend

Qualifications

• College diploma in Social Work or related field.
• Experience with at-risk youth populations.
• Fluency in Cree, English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prevention programs in schools and community settings.
• Organize activities and coordinate sessions with schools and stakeholders.
• Present and adapt programs to local needs in the community.
• Prepare session materials and classroom delivery.
• Engage families, teachers and partners for high-risk children.
• Collaborate with community services to identify needs and opportunities.
• Maintain program records and report to coordinators.

Education

College diploma in Social Work or related field

Job description

Location of Work: Chisasibi

Status: Permanent Full-time

Closing Date: September 17, 2026

Core Functions

The Prevention Program Officer is responsible for delivering all types of prevention programs such as the Stop Now and PlanProgram (SNAP) for Schools model in the community elementary schools. The incumbent works closely with key stakeholders and institutions to ensure that the prevention programs are adapted to the community needs and to propose any changes in order to improve existing programs.

Functional Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the Manager, key stakeholders and institutions propose, design, adapt and suggest improvements on existing prevention programs for targeted demographics.
• Organize program activities and sessions in collaboration with frontline contacts, as well as administration, with any key stakeholders in the program.
• Present and deliver the prevention programs in schools or any other community places.
• Prepare session materials and deliver within the classroom or other appropriate settings depending on the program.
• For school-based programs, identify higher risk children and engage parents, teachers or other stakeholders to assist with the needs of these children including individual befriending, referral to other service providers and providing after-school programming.
• Through active community engagement, identify emerging crime or public safety issues, which may require new prevention efforts.
• Partner with youth camps and summer programs to propose prevention-related activities.

Interaction/Communication Responsibilities:

• Work closely with other community services to determine areas of needs for programming and make recommendations to the Manager of Prevention Programs.
• Establish contact with schools, community entities and other organizations to promote and advertise programs model.
• Participate in program planning meetings with other Prevention Program Officers or department staff.
• Communicate with public and stakeholders on general program enquiries locally.
• Promote within communities the value of crime prevention, early identification and intervention with high-risk children and youth by organizing activities during special community events.
• Liaise, as required, with SNAP for Schools or other model program developers, to ensure high quality program implementation.

Administrative Responsibilities:

• Ensure teachers, guardians, and other stakeholders have completed any informed consent forms for participation in programs.
• Complete standardized tests on higher risk children to determine proper case plan.
• Enter data into any department case management database.

Reporting Responsibilities:

• Complete standard reports that are required for any licenses for programs employed in Eeyou Istchee.
• Provide quarterly reports to Coordinator on activities and programs delivered.
• Maintain and populate program database.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in area(s) of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

• College diploma in Social Work or related field.

Experience:

• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working with at-risk youth populations.

Language:

• Fluency in verbal Cree.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in French is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Good knowledge and understanding of Cree culture, customs and history.
• Customer-focused and service-oriented.
• Good empathy and listening skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively.
• Proven ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality.
• Proven organizational skills and presentation skills.
• Strong judgment and proven ability to problem-solve.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Additional Requirements:

• Typical office setting where there are no unusual physical demands.
• Willingness to work irregular hours occasionally.
• Must agree to undergo a background check.

The Cree Nation Government may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned requirements if a suitable candidate who is a JBNQA beneficiary accepts to follow a training plan determined by the Cree Nation Government as a condition of employment.